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Samsung Pay Picks Up New UI, Includes Bottom Nav Bar and Cleaner Look

Tim January 15, 2018 11

Samsung Pay users, be on the lookout for a new update, labeled as build 2.8.18. Inside this update, Samsung includes an updated UI, one that users are apparently liking quite a bit. According to one user on reddit, "I opened the updated app and was like WOW!...

Sure Sounds Like the OnePlus Store was Hacked and Credit Card Information Stolen (Updated)

Kellen January 15, 2018 10

If you bought a OnePlus phone in recent weeks and paid with a credit card, you'll want to start closely monitoring that card's account. Dozens (hundreds?) of people have taken to reddit and OnePlus forums to discuss fraudulent activity that has popped up on...

No One Knows What’s Going on With the LG G7

Tim January 15, 2018 21

Whatever you thought you knew about the LG G7 and its possible launch in just a little while, forget it. Following CES and a press briefing that detailed a new mobile strategy for the company, LG's mobile division apparently went into full chaos mode....

TAG Heuer Introduces Connected Modular 41, a Smaller 41mm Version of Its Android Wear Watch

Kellen January 15, 2018 5

We just told you that TAG Heuer has created a $197,000 connected smartwatch and unveiled it at SIHH 2018, but that's not their only Android-related announcement. The Swiss watchmaker also announced the TAG Heuer Connected Modular 41, a smaller version of the...

TAG Heuer Introduces “Most Expensive” Connected Watch in World at $197,000

Kellen January 15, 2018 7

SIHH 2018 is happening this week in Geneva, so watch enthusiasts have already come off a heck-of-a weekend full of drool-worthy announcements. SIHH is like CES or MWC, only for watches. It's the first big watch event at the beginning of the year, where most...

Weeky Recap: A Lot of CES to Absorb

Kellen January 12, 2018

Well, that was a decent week, right? CES ran its course and we covered a ton of stuff. From Google Assistant in everything to new gaming displays and smart home goodies, there was so much to absorb. Below, since you may have missed some of the news as it went...

This is the HTC U11 EYEs, a Mid-Ranger With a 6″ Display and Snapdragon 652 (Updated)

Tim January 12, 2018 18

According to a new tweet from @evleaks, HTC will announce its first phone of 2018 here very shortly, with launch expected to be January 15. Whether that launch includes the US, we have no idea and HTC hasn't made a peep about its 2018 plans. Shown off in the...

US Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ Arrive at FCC

Kellen January 12, 2018 15

Just before 2017 ended, Samsung dropped international models of the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ off at the FCC. It certainly seemed early, but without US models there yet, we didn't expect an imminent release or announcement or anything. Things have changed a bit...

Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 15

You may have forgotten the timeline, but Google was pushing to force all off of Google Assistant and onto Gemini by the end...

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What’s New in Android 16 QPR3 Beta: At a Glance, Flashlight, Navigation Buttons, More

Kellen December 18, 2025 15

Google may have released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 at the worst possible time of the day, but we're still going to dive into it...

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta Program Goes Live for Pixel Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 15

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 released. Google shipped Android 16 QPR2 to stable channels this month as the December Pixel update,...

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Verizon Pixel 8, Pixel 9, and Pixel 10 Devices Get New December Update (Updated)

Kellen December 17, 2025 15

All of Google's still-supported Pixel devices received a huge QPR2 update in early December with new features and tons of bug...

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Google Makes Controversial Pixel Search Bar Change

Kellen December 17, 2025 15

Within the past several days, a group of Pixel owners noticed a change to the way the Search bar at the bottom of their Pixel...

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Samsung December Updates Continue Roll Out to All These Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 15

Samsung started sending December updates to a batch of devices earlier in the week, but they weren't quite done with 2025....

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Galaxy Z TriFold Sells Out Quick in South Korea, Even With High Price Tag

Tim December 12, 2025 15

We shouldn't be surprised, folks. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z TriFold this week in its home country of South Korea, with in...

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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025 15

More choice and more flexibility. That's what everyone has been clamoring for lately. If you'll recall, YouTube TV used to be...

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Google’s Latest Ad Pokes at iPhone for Copying Its Features, iPhone 17 Rumors

Kellen May 6, 2025 11

The iPhone 17 won't arrive for months, likely after Google releases its Pixel 10 series. For the most part, all talk around...

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 11

Some of you have been lucky enough to receive your Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro pre-orders a day early, thanks to Google's wildly...

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Pixel Watch 2 Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 11

The Pixel Watch 2 has been on my wrist for a full week and my list of notes has only grown. I've tested sleep tracking, put...

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Video: Galaxy Z Flip 5, Z Fold 5 Unboxing!

Tim July 27, 2023 11

Samsung was gracious enough to send us its latest foldables devices, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5. Naturally,...

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Google Pixel 7a Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen May 10, 2023 11

Because the Google Pixel 7a is available today for you to run out and buy at $499, you may not want to wait around for our...

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VIDEO: Galaxy S23 Ultra Unboxing!

Tim February 3, 2023 11

Unboxing time, baby! We have the Galaxy S23 Ultra in-house, a bit before they're set to make their way to buyers later this...

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Pixel 7 Pro: First 10 Things to Do!

Tim October 13, 2022 11

Fancy new Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro just show up at your doorstep? Perfect, then this video is for you. As is tradition, we've...

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Pixel Watch: First 10 Things To Do!

Kellen October 13, 2022 11

The day that most of you will receive your Google Pixel Watch from pre-orders is here. It's time for you to slap Google's...

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